GIFT OPPORTUNITIES
DONOR INFORMATION
1927 CLUB ($10,000 + )
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A leadership gift at this level demonstrates your appreciation for the 87 year Tradition of Success that exists at St. Francis High School and your dedication to the school’s future.
Please use the enclosed envelope or go to www.stfrancishigh.org to make your gift.
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Checks payable to: St. Francis High School.
FOUNDER’S CLUB ($5,000 - $9,999)
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Partial payments are gladly accepted.
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All donors receive a personal acknowledgement.
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All gifts received by June 30, 2016 will be recognized in the 2015-2016 Annual Report of Gifts.
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To qualify for a 2015 tax deduction, gifts must be made before December 31, 2015.
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Donations are fully tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Your generous gift of $5,000 or more to this year’s Appeal will honor the memory of the founder of St. Francis High School, Fr. Justin Figas, OFM Conv. whose vision resulted in Western New York’s finest college preparatory school.
DRIVERS’ CLUB ($2,500 - $4,999) The loyal group of thirty-five Polish-American professionals and businessmen, known as “The Justin Drivers”, led the way in making the dream of St. Francis High School a reality. Your gift of $2,500–$4,999 recognizes your continuing commitment to their pioneer efforts.
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CORNERSTONE CLUB ($1,000 - $2,499) Your contribution of $1,000-$2,499 as a member of the Cornerstone Club provides the foundation for a successful Annual Giving Appeal and a successful St. Francis High School.
FR. RUFINUS CLUB ($500 - $999) By enrolling in the Fr. Rufinus Club, you honor the late Fr. Rufinus Niedzwiecki, OFM Conv. former Athletic Director and coach, whose dedication and inspiration made the difference in the lives of so many young men.
RED RAIDER CLUB ($250 - $499) Keep school spirit and tradition strong by becoming a member of the Red Raider Club.
FRANCISCAN CLUB ($100 - $249) Your donation will help keep alive the Franciscan charism which is such a hallmark of a St. Francis High School education.
PATRON CLUB (UP TO $99) Show your continued support for St. Francis High School by becoming a member of the Patron Club.
DOLLAR-A-YEAR CLUB Ideal for recent graduates, the Dollar-A-Year-Club presents an excellent opportunity for young alumni to support their alma mater by making a gift of $1 for every year since their graduation from St. Francis High School.
MATCHING GIFTS Many companies match their employees charitable donations. This is a great opportunity to double your gift to St. Francis High School. Contact your Personnel Office to learn if this option is available to you.
STOCKS & SECURITIES Gifts of stocks and securities are also welcome in support of the Appeal.
MEMORIAL/HONORARY GIFTS You may wish to designate your gift to the Appeal as a memorial to or in honor of a family member or close friend. Such gifts may be made in any amount and will be specifically noted in the school’s Annual Report of Gifts.
PLANNED GIVING You may also wish to plan a future gift to St. Francis High School through a bequest, a life insurance policy, a trust, a gift of personal estate property or some other method. For more information, please contact: Paul Bartell, Jr. ’88 in the Institutional Advancement Office at (716) 627-1200, Ext. 465 or bartellp@stfrancishigh.org
STUDENTS VOLUNTEER AT BREAD OF LIFE OUTREACH CENTER IN COLDEN, NY
A TRADITION OF SUCCESS 2015 – 2016 ANNUAL GIVING APPEAL